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Slight chance of showers for Volusia, Flagler

The view at sunrise over Daytona Beach Shores and the Halifax River Friday, a warm, sunny day for Volusia and Flagler counties with a slight chance of afternoon showers, particularly over inland areas.

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Published: Friday, June 6, 2014 at 6:14 a.m.

Last Modified: Friday, June 6, 2014 at 7:20 a.m.

After a few days of warm, dry weather, Volusia and Flagler counties can expect at least a slight chance of showers and afternoon thunderstorms – especially over inland areas – with more rain likely to come over the weekend.

Friday will be mostly sunny with highs in the low-90s and a wind of 5 to 10 mph becoming east in the afternoon, according to forecasters with the National Weather Service in Melbourne. While the coast may not see any rain, expect a 20 percent chance in the afternoon over the interior of the counties.

Rain is more likely over the weekend: 50 percent Saturday and 40 percent on Sunday, with temperatures again peaking in the low-90s. That pattern continues into at least the middle of next week.

At the beaches, watch for a moderate threat of rip currents. The greatest threat will be in the morning and again in early evening because of tidal effects. Check with lifeguards about the potential for dangerous currents before entering the ocean.

On the roads, the Florida Highway Patrol reported an accident at 4:01 a.m. at North Spring Garden Avenue and Brandywine Road north of DeLand. Roads were reportedly clear. No accidents affecting traffic were reported in Flagler County.

<p>After a few days of warm, dry weather, Volusia and Flagler counties can expect at least a slight chance of showers and afternoon thunderstorms – especially over inland areas – with more rain likely to come over the weekend.</p><p>Friday will be mostly sunny with highs in the low-90s and a wind of 5 to 10 mph becoming east in the afternoon, according to forecasters with the National Weather Service in Melbourne. While the coast may not see any rain, expect a 20 percent chance in the afternoon over the interior of the counties.</p><p>Rain is more likely over the weekend: 50 percent Saturday and 40 percent on Sunday, with temperatures again peaking in the low-90s. That pattern continues into at least the middle of next week.</p><p>The rains could bring occasional lightning strikes, gusty winds and brief heavy downpours.</p><p>At the beaches, watch for a moderate threat of rip currents. The greatest threat will be in the morning and again in early evening because of tidal effects. Check with lifeguards about the potential for dangerous currents before entering the ocean. </p><p>On the roads, the Florida Highway Patrol reported an accident at 4:01 a.m. at North Spring Garden Avenue and Brandywine Road north of DeLand. Roads were reportedly clear. No accidents affecting traffic were reported in Flagler County.</p>